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Join us in work that matters: delivering a high-quality, accessible education. We are a team that values individual achievement. Make your mark, here, as part of the community that is the College of Lake County.

We pride ourselves on offering a campus environment where community and individual achievement thrive.

In 2023, CLC was named a Leader College by the nationally recognized Achieving the Dream organization. This means every person affiliated with our institution is committed to ensuring access, belonging, and success for all of our students.

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Employment opportunities at CLC:
jobs@clcillinois.edu
(847) 543-2065

All other HR inquiries:
HR.Ask@clcillinois.edu
(847) 543-2065

Why work at CLC?

Our mission for employee success: Be innovative and value-driven in supporting our students’ success.

We develop and encourage employees of all backgrounds on their journey to achieving personal and professional growth through experiences that promote a sense of belonging and community.

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CLC is dedicated to a Collaborative Culture. In fact, it is one of six pillars in our strategic plan. Every day, we work to strengthen our culture to ensure that our faculty and staff thrive in an environment of innovation, transparency and exploration.
Through the First Year Experience, a program developed by CLC employees, new hires are ensured a connected and supportive on-boarding experience through learning and networking opportunities throughout their first year.
Diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism (DEIA) is a core value and one of six strategic goals at the College of Lake County. Our DEIA initiatives create a sense of belonging for students, faculty and staff. They strengthen our community by challenging preconceptions, and encouraging critical thinking and listening to advance understanding, respect, and individual and institutional transformation.
Learn more about DEIA at CLC
The College of Lake County aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows.
Mission
CLC is a comprehensive community college committed to equitable high-quality education, cultural enrichment and partnerships to advance the diverse communities it serves.
Vision
CLC is a leader in providing innovative education and workforce solutions.
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Excellence
We believe every employee is responsible for contributing to the CLC aspiration of being a higher education organization by which others measure themselves.
Integrity
We believe in upholding integrity in our words and actions to support our students, our team and the college.
Unity
We believe in the power of leveraging individual strengths to achieve a common purpose and a collaborative team environment focused on achieving shared goals and upholding shared accountability.
Purpose
We believe in the transformative power of education and our open access mission by offering workforce solutions to address social, environmental and economic issues.
Compassion
We believe every employee is responsible for the well-being of students and one another.
Inclusion
We believe diversity of backgrounds and perspectives is a means to creating innovative solutions and to achieving college goals by ensuring equity in practice.
The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates, including minorities, veterans, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
CLC is committed to maintaining an environment free from harassment and discrimination for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (gender), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, and reprisal or any other protected status. Further, CLC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational, employment, or extracurricular activity.

Job opportunities

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Not all positions at the college require a degree, but all positions are focused on our common goal of student success.

Faculty

We hire faculty, both full and part time, with a passion for teaching.

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Staff

We hire administrators, professionals, classified and specialist employees to achieve our mission.

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Student

We employs student workers in various roles and departments.

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Other

Want a part-time flex job? A temporary or volunteer position? How about an internship at CLC? Apply now.

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Advantages and perks

CLC offers competitive salaries and outstanding benefits.

Health Benefits

BCBS of Illinois medical insurance
Dental and vision
Flexible spending accounts
Group term-life insurance
Employee assistance program
Long-term disability plan option

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Paid Time Off

14 holidays
Generous vacation time
Personal days
Health leave
Summer Fridays

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Retirement

State Universities Retirement System (SURS) participation
Three SURS retirement plan options
Disability benefits
Voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans

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Tuition Support

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
Tuition reimbursement for employees
Career development

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What employees say about CLC

Tasha Shell
Dean of Adult Education and ESL
I enjoyed my onboarding experience at CLC. At orientation, I learned more about the college's five-year strategic plan, pillars and values, which made it very clear to me that the culture at CLC is truly a place where I want to be. I see, hear and feel these values and this makes me feel good about bringing my best self to work every day!
Maple Moeller
Outreach and On Campus Experience Coordinator
Having such a supportive and accepting work community has made me feel like I belong and has inspired me to continue to be a part of it for the last 15 years.
Jacob Cushing
Director of Student Recruitment & Onboarding
With the College's support, I've pursued my doctorate, pushed for career advancement, and have been able to be in the “room where it happens!” This, combined with the unwavering backing from our leadership, and my supervisor, has led me to be profoundly grateful for every moment at CLC.
Fredric Hutchinson
Instructor of Sociology
In addition to introducing students to academic sociology, my work involves helping to shape the trajectory of their personal and professional lives. I could not be any prouder to serve in an organization that plays such a vital role in our community.
Joseph Jocson
Human Resources Generalist, CLC alum

Having the opportunity to work alongside great colleagues with a similar passion for supporting others is something I’m always grateful for!
Jeet Saini
Dean of Biological & Health Sciences Division
In addition to working with an amazing group of professional colleagues at CLC, I get to collaborate with our amazing community partners and employers. This helps us develop relevant, high-quality, and high-demand academic programming, which prepares our graduates for the jobs of the future and strengthens our communities.
Teresa Novinska
Instructor of Hospitality and Culinary Management
It is a pleasure working with colleagues who are professional, supportive, and always willing to help. I love teaching and my student's excitement and desire to learn motivates me to be an even better instructor.
Miguel Mireles
Acting Dean of Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences
What truly sets CLC apart is the welcoming and dedicated staff and faculty who collaborate passionately on transformative initiatives that not only empower our students but also uplift our community. The sense of purpose and belonging at CLC has made it a fantastic place to work.